1994 Rover 800 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 800 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
